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Oct 30, 2024

Big News! PediatricAnswers.com is Going FREE for Everyone

No more paywall. FREE access for everyone! Flu shot savings. Is this a Band-Aid allergy? Recall on squeeze plush toys. And Legos make a kid poop. 🙂

Oct 03, 2024

My Kid Doesn’t Sleep. Help!

Tips to get kids asleep. Are nightlights bad? Save an estimated $167 on orthopedic braces. A pink eye conclusion...hopefully. Recalls on loungers and dumbbells. A bark vs. honk.

Sep 04, 2024

Talk to Your Child About Suicide

Suicide Awareness month. What I'm seeing at work. Save $129 on a follow-up visit. Recalls on sound machines, swings, strollers. What is sex?

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Strep Throat + 10 Health Problems This Week + Benefit Season Recommendations

I'm seeing lots of strep throat this week. 10 health problems at our house. How to choose the best benefits plan. A kidney funny. And recall on this jewelry set (contains lead).

Nov 13, 2024

Croup Is Going Around + Major Recall

Croup is going around right now. And a major recall on Mupirocin Ointment--check your cupboards.

Nov 07, 2024

Dreaded Vomit/Diarrhea Bug Is Going Around

The dreaded vomit/diarrhea bug is going around. Filling out this form saved me almost $1,900 a year in prescription costs--might work for you, too. And safety recall on this high chair.

Oct 30, 2024

Big News! PediatricAnswers.com is Going FREE for Everyone

No more paywall. FREE access for everyone! Flu shot savings. Is this a Band-Aid allergy? Recall on squeeze plush toys. And Legos make a kid poop. 🙂

Oct 24, 2024

Mono Is Going Around

Mono is on the rise. Save $20-300 with this eyeglasses hack. How to prep your kid for surgery. Recall on glowing bunny ears. And a kid who really follows instructions. 🙂

Oct 16, 2024

Beware The Lead Poisoning

States with surprising levels of lead poisoning. Whooping Cough is going around. Save $338 in network. Our tonsillectomy update. Recall on guitar string lubricant. And a kid listens to his wiener. 🙂

Oct 09, 2024

Reading Tips for Parents Who Want Smart Kids

Smart kid reading tips. Is your child too young to read? How to save 20-30% on your office visit. Throat sores are going around. Recalls on plush toys and Trader Joe's Candles. And some profanity. 🙂

Oct 03, 2024

My Kid Doesn’t Sleep. Help!

Tips to get kids asleep. Are nightlights bad? Save an estimated $167 on orthopedic braces. A pink eye conclusion...hopefully. Recalls on loungers and dumbbells. A bark vs. honk.

Sep 25, 2024

The True Scoop on Depression In Kids & Teens

The size of the depression problem. Pharyngitis is going around. Save $92.64 on Prozac by knowing this hack. A pink eye treatment update. Recalls on witch hats and PJs. A sticker con.

Sep 18, 2024

Why I Screen Kids For Cholesterol

Cholesterol Education Month. Is juice good for kids? The vomit bug is going around. Save $119.16 by cutting soda. Treating pink eye. Recall on cribs and high chairs. That confused look.

Sep 11, 2024

Eczema Scoop You Should Know

World Eczema Day. Do Baths Cause Eczema? Hack to save $24.56 on diaper rash cream. Recalls on this bassinet.

Sep 04, 2024

Talk to Your Child About Suicide

Suicide Awareness month. What I'm seeing at work. Save $129 on a follow-up visit. Recalls on sound machines, swings, strollers. What is sex?

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